Diesel Mechanic - Water and Wastewater Services

Requirements and Preferences

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Diesel Mechanic – Water & Wastewater Services
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Please note:

This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.

General Description

Performs skilled technical work in the maintenance, adjustment, repair, installation, of diesel and gas driven portable and stationary stand‑by generators and pumps. Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires two (2) years technical experience in diesel engine repair and maintenance or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver’s License based on area of assignment.

Preferences

• Vocational/Technical School Certification or Associates Degree in mechanical, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
• Master’s Degree in mechanical, electrical engineering, or a closely related field
• CDL B license with air brake endorsement or higher
• Maintenance skills with hydraulic, plumbing, electrical, or instrumentation as demonstrated by vendor certification
• At least one (1) year electrical knowledge as it relates to generators
• At least one (1) year of experience working with small engine or confined spaces

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Performs installation, maintenance, adjustments, modifications, and repairs of diesel and gas engine driven stand‑by generators, pumps, and related equipment; performs preventive maintenance on, and replacement or repair of diesel engines, gas engines, generators, pumps, controls, and towing appurtenances; checks tires, coolant, water and oil levels and other systems during deployment.

Ensures work is accomplished in a safe and efficient manner; ensures the quality of work performed; makes repairs and adjustments on diesel and gas generators and pumps and related equipment.

Ensures equipment availability is adequate to meet the operational needs; orders replacement parts when necessary for diesel and gas generators and pumps and related equipment.

Leads the proactive maintenance efforts of the organization for diesel and gas generators and pumps and related equipment.

Monitors equipment performance utilizing the Computerized Maintenance Management System; maintains, calibrates, repairs, and troubleshoots a variety of electrical, electronic, and hydraulic/pneumatic control systems for diesel and gas generators and pumps and related equipment.

Serves as lead worker to plan and assign the work of subordinates and instruct them in proper work methods and procedures.

Performs related work as assigned.

Physical Demands

Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable Hazards

Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals.

Competencies

• Manages Complexity Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
• Decision Quality Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.
• Action Oriented Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Takes timely action on important or difficult issues. Identifies and pursues new opportunities…